{"product_id":"den-overtoom-by-amsterdam-simon-frisius","title":"Den Overtoom by Amsterdam - Simon Frisius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Simon Frisius showing the mechanical boat-hauling system at the Overtoom near Amsterdam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Simon Frisius depicts the Overtoom, a location near Amsterdam known for its mechanical boat-hauling system. During the early seventeenth century, the Overtoom served as a vital transit point where vessels were winched over a dam to move between different water levels. Frisius captures the technical operation of this site with precision, showing the winches, ropes, and the physical labour required to transport boats across the land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition provides a clear view of the Dutch vernacular architecture of the period, including gabled houses and rural structures. Figures are scattered throughout the scene, engaged in daily activities or observing the movement of the ships. The artist employs fine, controlled lines to define the textures of the buildings, the rigging of the boats, and the surrounding foliage. The sky is rendered with subtle hatching, suggesting the atmospheric conditions typical of the Dutch lowlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrisius was a significant figure in the development of Dutch printmaking, particularly in his mastery of the etching technique. His work often focused on topographical subjects, providing a record of the infrastructure and daily life in the Netherlands during the early seventeenth century. This print offers a glimpse into the engineering solutions of the era, demonstrating how the Dutch managed their complex network of waterways. The clarity of the lines and the balanced arrangement of the scene reflect the technical standards of the period, making this a valuable piece for those interested in the history of Dutch maritime infrastructure and urban development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poor-peasants-resting-sebastien-bourdon\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoor Peasants Resting - Sébastien Bourdon — Sébastien Bourdon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/worn-out-horse-paulus-potter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWorn-out Horse - Paulus Potter — Paulus Potter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon Frisius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58375816249679,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58375822475599,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58375822508367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58375822541135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58375822573903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58375822606671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58375822639439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58375822672207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58375822704975,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58375822737743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58375822770511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58375822803279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Den-Overtoom-by-Amsterdam_Poster_CompositorV1_1785765770116.jpg?v=1785766650","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/den-overtoom-by-amsterdam-simon-frisius","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}